- As an open-door, two-year institution of higher education, East Arkansas Community College's primary focus is a commitment to learning by educating and preparing students to become responsible citizens and contributing members of society.
School Highlights
East Arkansas Community College serves 1,789 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 39%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 1,789 students
- In-state tuition: $2,880
- Out-state tuition: $3,390
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 49%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
East Arkansas Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 165 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
East Arkansas Community College
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
165 staff
162 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of East Arkansas Community College has grown by 32% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 6:1 over five years.
The East Arkansas Community College diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,789 students
1,611 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
575 students
595 students
# Part-Time Students
1,214 students
1,058 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
178 students
217 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
575 students
595 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,214 students
1,058 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
1%
11%
% Black
43%
18%
% White
51%
61%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.58
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4078%
0.3818%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3095%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,800
$28,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,880 is less than the state average of $2,994. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,390 is less than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,880
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,390
$4,750
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$5,250
$9,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,000
$5,300
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
520
SAT Writing
n/a
515
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The College is dedicated to promoting the intellectual and cultural advancement of the community and to fostering tolerance and mutual respect among its members by offering the human and physical resources of the College. Through these efforts and through its cooperation with other educational institutions, the College is an active partner in the economic and social progress of Eastern Arkansas. Our primary focus is providing students with information and tools to help them make good choices. Academic advisors work closely with students throughout their college stay to establish trust and cultivate long-term advisor-advisee relationships. Students can expect to receive advising that encompasses exploration of life goals; exploration of vocational goals; program and course choices; and scheduling courses. The Learning Resource Center opened in December of 2000. The 15,000 square foot building houses the EACC Library, the Business and Industry Training Center, Continuing and Community Education, Tech Prep, the Distance Learning Lab, the Multimedia Lab, two conference rooms, and two classrooms. EACC offers many opportunities for students to participate in music courses and activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does East Arkansas Community College cost?
East Arkansas Community College's tuition is approximately $2,880 for In-State students and $3,390 for Out-State students.
What is East Arkansas Community College's ranking?
East Arkansas Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Least expensive tuition and Least debt for graduating students.
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